find against
يحكم ضد
शाब्दिक अर्थ: to discover a decision in opposition to someone
Use `find against` when an official authority formally decides that someone is at fault or has lost.
15 सेकंड में
- A judge or jury makes an official decision against someone.
- Used primarily in legal, business, or highly formal contexts.
- The opposite of 'finding for' someone in a court case.
मतलब
This phrase is used when a judge or a jury decides that someone is legally responsible for a problem or a crime. It basically means the official decision went against that person's wishes or claims.
मुख्य उदाहरण
3 / 6Reading the morning news
The high court decided to find against the tech giant in the privacy case.
قررت المحكمة العليا الحكم ضد عملاق التكنولوجيا في قضية الخصوصية.
Discussing a workplace dispute
I'm worried the committee will find against me regarding the complaint.
أنا قلق من أن اللجنة ستحكم ضدي بخصوص الشكوى.
A lawyer talking to a client
If the jury finds against us, we will file an immediate appeal.
إذا حكمت هيئة المحلفين ضدنا، فسنقدم استئنافاً فورياً.
सांस्कृतिक पृष्ठभूमि
This phrase stems from the common law tradition where a jury 'finds' the facts of a case. It became popular because it emphasizes that the verdict is based on evidence discovered during the trial, rather than just a random opinion. It is a staple of British and American legal jargon.
The Passive Voice Trick
You'll often see this as 'was found against.' It's a great way to sound very objective and professional in reports.
Don't use it for 'Finding' things
Remember, this isn't about looking for your lost keys. If you 'find' something 'against' a wall, that's literal, not this expression!
15 सेकंड में
- A judge or jury makes an official decision against someone.
- Used primarily in legal, business, or highly formal contexts.
- The opposite of 'finding for' someone in a court case.
What It Means
When you hear find against, think of a courtroom. It is the moment a judge says, 'You are wrong.' It means the legal system decided you are at fault. You might have lost a lawsuit or a criminal case. It is the opposite of being cleared of charges. It feels like a heavy door closing on your argument.
How To Use It
You use it with a subject (the judge/jury) and an object (the person/company). For example: The court found against the landlord. You can also use it in the passive voice. The defendant was found against. It sounds very official and final. Don't use it for small arguments with friends. It is strictly for serious, formal decisions.
When To Use It
Use it when discussing legal news or business disputes. It fits perfectly in a professional email about a contract. You might use it when talking about a sports ruling too. If a referee makes a big decision, you could say they found against the team. It adds a bit of drama to the story. Use it when the decision is documented and official.
When NOT To Use It
Do not use this for personal opinions. If your mom says you can't go out, don't say she found against you. That sounds way too robotic and strange. Also, avoid it in very casual text messages. It is too heavy for a chat about where to eat dinner. Stick to ruled against or decided against for slightly less formal vibes.
Cultural Background
In English-speaking countries, the legal system is a huge part of the culture. We love courtroom dramas and TV shows like 'Law & Order.' This phrase reflects the idea of 'finding' the truth. It implies that the judge searched for facts and discovered a reason to rule against someone. It shows a respect for the process of discovery in law.
Common Variations
You will often hear rule against which is almost identical. Another one is decide against, but that is much softer. If the decision is in your favor, you say they found for you. It’s like a see-saw; it either goes for or against. Knowing both makes you sound like a legal pro!
इस्तेमाल की जानकारी
This is a high-level formal collocation. Use it in professional writing or when discussing serious matters of justice. Avoid using it in relaxed social settings to prevent sounding overly stiff.
The Passive Voice Trick
You'll often see this as 'was found against.' It's a great way to sound very objective and professional in reports.
Don't use it for 'Finding' things
Remember, this isn't about looking for your lost keys. If you 'find' something 'against' a wall, that's literal, not this expression!
The 'Found For' Secret
In English law, if you win, the judge 'finds for' you. It sounds strange to say 'finds for a person,' but it's the ultimate victory in a courtroom.
उदाहरण
6The high court decided to find against the tech giant in the privacy case.
قررت المحكمة العليا الحكم ضد عملاق التكنولوجيا في قضية الخصوصية.
Shows a formal legal outcome for a large company.
I'm worried the committee will find against me regarding the complaint.
أنا قلق من أن اللجنة ستحكم ضدي بخصوص الشكوى.
Used in a formal internal investigation context.
If the jury finds against us, we will file an immediate appeal.
إذا حكمت هيئة المحلفين ضدنا، فسنقدم استئنافاً فورياً.
Standard legal terminology for a trial outcome.
The city council found against my appeal for that parking ticket. Ugh!
مجلس المدينة حكم ضد استئنافي بخصوص تذكرة الوقوف تلك. تباً!
A slightly more everyday use for official bureaucracy.
The 'Family Court' of Mom and Dad found against me in the case of the broken vase.
محكمة العائلة المتمثلة في أمي وأبي حكمت ضدي في قضية المزهرية المكسورة.
Using formal language for a funny, trivial situation.
The league found against the player after the foul play investigation.
حكمت الرابطة ضد اللاعب بعد التحقيق في اللعب غير النظيف.
Common in sports law or disciplinary actions.
खुद को परखो
Choose the correct preposition to complete the legal verdict.
The judge had no choice but to find ___ the defendant after seeing the evidence.
Since the evidence was negative for the defendant, the judge 'found against' them.
Complete the sentence to show the company lost the case.
The jury ___ against the corporation, awarding millions to the plaintiff.
'Found against' is the standard collocation for a jury's decision.
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विज़ुअल लर्निंग टूल्स
Formality Scale of 'Find Against'
Talking to friends about a choice.
They chose the other guy.
General disagreement or decision.
The boss decided against my idea.
Official legal or disciplinary rulings.
The court found against the appellant.
Where to use 'Find Against'
Courtroom
Jury verdict
Corporate
Contract dispute
Sports
Doping panel ruling
Academic
Plagiarism hearing
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल
10 सवालNo, it is not about personal feelings. It specifically refers to an official or legal decision like The court found against the company.
It is a bit too formal for that. You should say My boss turned down my request instead of found against me.
It is used in both! Any country with an English-based legal system uses find against in courtrooms.
The opposite is find for. For example, The judge found for the plaintiff, meaning the plaintiff won.
No, you can use it in the future like The judge will find against them or present tense in news headlines.
Not really. It requires an external authority like a judge, a panel, or a committee to make the ruling.
Only if you are being funny or dramatic. Otherwise, it sounds like you are reading a law textbook.
In law, a 'finding' is a conclusion reached after looking at evidence. So find against means the conclusion was unfavorable.
Usually, we find against a *person* or an *entity*. For a plan, it is better to say decide against the plan.
It's common in news and movies, but you won't use it daily unless you work in law or insurance.
संबंधित मुहावरे
rule against
To make an official legal decision against someone.
find for
To make a legal decision in favor of someone.
verdict
The final decision made by a jury.
pass judgment
To give an opinion or a legal decision on someone's behavior.
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